Overview
Dr. Neha Rickson is a board-certified endocrinologist with the Orlando Health Cancer Institute, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes as well as thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, parathyroid and other endocrine disorders. Before joining Orlando Health, she spent more than a decade in private practice in Central Florida honing a skillset that includes: Thyroid cancer management Fine needle aspiration of thyroid nodules Diabetic insulin pump management Osteoporosis management Chemotherapy and radiation-induced endocrinopathies PCOS, adrenal and pituitary disorders Dr. Rickson tailors each patient’s therapy to their lifestyle. Because the conditions she treats are often lifelong, she enjoys building lasting relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their personal health goals. Dr. Rickson’s Training Dr. Rickson attended the University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa for both her undergraduate and medical education. She graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in natural sciences and biology and was in the seven-year medical honors program. Dr. Rickson earned her medical degree from USF’s Morsani College of Medicine, where she also completed a residency in internal medicine and performed a fellowship in the endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism program. About Dr. Rickson Dr. Rickson grew up around physicians in her family and learned at an early age the importance of dedication and giving back to the community. That community featured many cases of diabetes, which drove her toward pursuing a career in endocrinology. In her community service endeavors, she has a special interest in treating the elderly. Dr. Rickson is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Her professional memberships include the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Endocrine Society, Florida Endocrine Association, Florida Medical Association and the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling around the world.
Dr. Rickson is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Prolactinoma, and Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
Dr. Rickson is board certified in Diplomate Of American Board Of Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Metabolism and Diplomate Of American Board Of Internal Medicine.
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Locations
10000 W. Colonial Dr., Ocoee, FL 34761
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Rickson has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Neha Rickson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Neha Rickson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Neha Rickson by calling their office at 321-841-1869. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Neha Rickson a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Neha Rickson is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Neha Rickson specialize in?
While Dr. Neha Rickson is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, and Prolactinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Neha Rickson accept my insurance?
Dr. Neha Rickson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-1869 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Rickson isAdvanced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Rickson isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Rickson isAdvanced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Rickson isAdvanced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- HypothyroidismDr. Rickson isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Rickson isAdvanced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
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- Addison's DiseaseDr. Rickson isExperienced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Rickson isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Alopecia AreataDr. Rickson isExperienced. Learn about Alopecia Areata.
- Autosomal Recessive HypotrichosisDr. Rickson isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Rickson isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- Diabetes Insipidus (DI)Dr. Rickson isExperienced. Learn about Diabetes Insipidus (DI).